What to include on a web design invoice
- Project and milestone
- Name the project and the stage (deposit, design sign-off, launch) so each invoice is easy to match to the contract.
- Deliverables
- Describe what was delivered: pages, templates, integrations. Vague lines lead to questions.
- Pass-through costs
- Keep domains, hosting, fonts or plugins on their own lines, apart from your fee.
- Handover terms
- If files or access are released on payment, say so.
Frequently asked questions
Should I bill web design by milestone or by the hour?
Fixed-scope projects are often billed in milestones, such as a deposit up front and the rest at launch. Hourly billing suits open-ended work like maintenance.
How do I invoice a 50% deposit?
Send an invoice for half the project fee now. For the final invoice, list the full fee and enter the deposit in Amount paid, so the balance due is the remainder.
Need a blank invoice instead? Use the free invoice generator, or read how to make an invoice.